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Photo: BMW’s Living Moss Sound Insulation

January 17, 2017 By Nadeem Muaddi

The Hog Ring - Photo BMW's Living Moss Sound Insulation

Remember when German automaker Opel pranked the industry by announcing it was introducing real grass upholstery? Everyone had a chuckle, but apparently not BMW — which just introduced a concept interior with living moss used as sound insulation. … [Read more...] about Photo: BMW’s Living Moss Sound Insulation

How to Clean Bird Crap Off Auto Upholstery

January 16, 2017 By Naseem Muaddi

The Hog Ring - How to Clean Bird Crap Off Auto Upholstery

Is there anything more annoying, insulting and repulsive then having a bird take a crap on a newly installed convertible top or, even worse, on a car seat? It happens. Especially for auto upholstery shops that park a lot of their customer's vehicles outdoors. However, don't be so quick to wipe it off — as that could make the mess a lot worse. … [Read more...] about How to Clean Bird Crap Off Auto Upholstery

Las Vegas Trim Shop Destroyed in Fire

January 13, 2017 By Nadeem Muaddi

The Hog Ring - Las Vegas Trim Shop Destroyed in Fire

Days before the new year, Wizard's Custom Interiors in Las Vegas, Nevada, was ravaged by flames that consumed more than a dozen vehicles, including a 1928 Ford Model T. … [Read more...] about Las Vegas Trim Shop Destroyed in Fire

Register for the 2017 Mobile Tech Expo

January 12, 2017 By Naseem Muaddi

The Hog Ring - Register for the 2017 Mobile Tech Expo

Auto trimmers interested in launching a mobile leather and upholstery repair service should consider attending the upcoming 2017 International Mobile Tech Expo in Orlando, Florida. … [Read more...] about Register for the 2017 Mobile Tech Expo

Survey Finds Drivers Still Love Convertibles

January 11, 2017 By Nadeem Muaddi

The Hog Ring - Survey Finds Drivers Still Love Convertible Tops

Not so long ago industry insiders were warning that convertible vehicles were a dying breed — but not anymore. In recent years, open-air vehicles have seen an extraordinary resurgence, with automakers manufacturing more soft-top models and Haartz Corporation continuing to develop fabric technology. Car drivers have also reaffirmed their love for convertible vehicles. In … [Read more...] about Survey Finds Drivers Still Love Convertibles

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